Outpatient Physical Therapist
BES SolutionsNew Orleans, Louisiana
$60+ / hour
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Job Description
Job Title: Physical Therapist
Job Type: Full-Time | 1099 Contract (As-Needed Basis, with Potential to Transition to Full-Time) | In-Person
Job Type: Full-Time | 1099 Contract (As-Needed Basis, with Potential to Transition to Full-Time) | In-Person
Requirements
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Licensure: Must be a licensed Physical Therapist.
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Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or hold a valid Green Card.
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Language: Must speak and write English proficiently.
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Certifications:
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Provide COVID-19 vaccination documentation.
- Provide verification of current PPD/TB test results.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
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NPI Number: Must provide current NPI number.
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Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Physical Therapy experience required.
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Education: Degree in Physical Therapy from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited college, university, or institution (recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).
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Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain government security clearance.
Compensation & Employment Terms
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Contract/1099 Hourly Rate: $60/hour (as needed basis).
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Employment Status: 1099 Contract initially, with potential transition to full-time employment.
Position Overview
The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive physical therapy services, including assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions, to patients with a variety of diagnoses. The PT will work with both individual and group sessions to improve patient outcomes, independence, and quality of life.
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Caseload:
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6–10 outpatients daily (depending on diagnosis).
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4–8 patients per 1-hour group setting (depending on diagnosis).
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6–10 outpatients daily (depending on diagnosis).
Scope of Care & Responsibilities
Assessment & Evaluation
- Conduct physical therapy evaluations for patients with diagnoses such as orthopedic, neurologic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, geriatric, chronic pain, wound care/lymphedema, pelvic health, and others.
- Perform evaluations including musculoskeletal assessments, therapy screenings, prosthetic/adaptive equipment assessments, aquatic therapy, wheelchair seating, pelvic health, and home evaluations.
- Accurately identify physical deficits and functional problems; establish individualized treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term goals.
Treatment & Intervention
- Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions, which may include:
- Therapeutic exercises
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Gait analysis and training
- Functional activity training
- Pain prevention and management
- Adaptive equipment evaluation and prescription
- Electric modalities, hot/cold therapy
- Aquatic therapy
- Wheelchair seating/positioning
- Wound/lymphedema management
- Therapeutic exercises
- Provide or oversee direct patient care, ensuring the most appropriate treatment techniques are utilized.
Communication & Documentation
- Accurately document all patient assessments, baseline measurements, progress notes, and discharge plans.
- Provide verbal and written communication regarding patient status and progress to patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Initiate discharge planning at admission and prepare individualized home education and aftercare programs.
Quality of Care
- Ensure assessments are completed accurately 100% of the time.
- Apply infection control standards, patient safety measures, and age-appropriate care principles.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Patient assessment and therapeutic skills across multiple specialties (neurological, orthopedic, geriatric, psychiatric).
- Strong understanding of equipment utilization, patient education, infection control, and safety standards.
- Ability to manage information effectively and document in both paper and electronic health records.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Work Schedule
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Shift: 8-hour day shifts
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Schedule: Monday – Friday
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Weekends: None
Medical Specialties
- Geriatrics
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Benefits (for full-time employment)
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Travel Reimbursement
License/Certification
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Physical Therapy License (Required)
Compensation: $60.00 per hour
OUR PURPOSE
A Mission-Focused Partner Committed to Helping Organizations Grow and Expand Their Footprint
BES Solutions, Inc. (BESS) is a family-owned and operated company established in 2018 and is headquartered in Fort Washington, Maryland. The BESS Team specializes in contract management led through our program management office (PMO) for IT support, healthcare services, executive administrative support, human resource management, general administration, office administration, and project management.
OUR APPROACH
Provide A Lean Corporate Structure Delivering Exceptional Service Every Step of the Way
BES Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Woman-Owned (WOSB), Minority-Owned (MOSB), and a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). The BESS Team's leadership has over 30 years of federal government experience obtained from serving in the United States Air Force, as former Department of Defense (DoD) employees, and as former defense contractors. We leverage our subject matter experts (SMEs) in providing institutional knowledge and solutions to our clients to assist them in achieving their organizational objectives. We are trusted, cleared, and the BESS Team.
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